South Korea's president says Trump now wants to focus on North Korea
After the agreement with Iran, the US president now wants to focus on North Korea, South Korea's president claims.
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Elections, governments and diplomacy around the world, and what they mean for Sweden.
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A better deal than Obama's for Iran - does Trump keep his promise?
Donald Trump has made two promises regarding the Iran deal: that it will ensure Iran can never get a nuclear weapon - and that it is better than Barack Obama's deal. Here's what we know about how the agreements differ.
World politics
Trump's patriotic pond at the Lincoln Memorial full of green algae soup
U.S. President Donald Trump has renovated the pond at the Lincoln Memorial ahead of the country's 250th anniversary, but is not getting rid of the algae.
World politics
Internal battle in the EU over diplomatic channel to Moscow
EU Council President António Costa is facing criticism after opening a "diplomatic channel" to Russia.
World politics
Finland opens up to hosting nuclear weapons after parliament vote
The Finnish parliament has voted in favor of a legal amendment allowing nuclear weapons to be brought into the country, Finnish media report.
World politics
Israeli foreign minister cuts off contact with EU foreign policy chief over alleged apartheid claim
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar says he has "cut off all contact" with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, citing a difficult-to-verify claim that she compared Israel to apartheid-era South Africa.
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The clock is ticking for the Iran deal - Trump defends it
A declaration of intent to end the war with Iran is criticized in the United States for containing too many concessions to Tehran. President Donald Trump denounces the critics as “idiots.” In Iran, the agreement is hailed as historic.
World politics
Trump postpones hearing for new director of national intelligence
Trump announced on Wednesday that he is postponing the nomination of Jay Clayton for the position of U.S. director of national intelligence.
World politics
Trump says deal with Iran will be signed soon
There is a completed peace agreement between the United States and Iran, US President Donald Trump said before leaving the G7 summit in France on Wednesday. "The agreement that we have reached with Iran will be signed shortly - tomorrow, maybe the next day," Trump said at a press conference.
World politics
Murder of Russian artist likely political, says Polish prime minister
The murder of a Russian artist in Poland appears to have been politically motivated, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.
World politics
Tougher deportation rules hammered out in the European Parliament
Tougher rules for deportations have been hammered out by the European Parliament. They now open the possibility of holding deportees in camps outside the European Union. The far right chanted "Send them back!" in the plenary hall.
World politics
European Parliament approves deal allowing veggie sausages in the EU
Veggie burger lovers in the EU can breathe a sigh of relief after the European Parliament finally approved a deal on the names of food products.
World politics
EU summit with Britain set for July 22
The EU and the UK have agreed that July 22 will be the date for the next summit between their leaders in London and Brussels.
World politics
FBI thwarts attack on UFC fight at White House
A "potential attack" on a UFC gala at the White House on Sunday was prevented, FBI Director Kash Patel announced.
World politics
Trump opens up on Syria: If Israel can't do it without killing everyone else
Israel's military operations in Lebanon are "minor" and the Iran deal can survive continued attacks there, U.S. President Donald Trump claims. But he also opens up the possibility of Syria having a role - "If Israel can't do it without killing everyone else."
World politics
Zelensky and Trump meet during G7 summit in France
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in place and the Iran deal is "done," according to U.S. President Donald Trump. Leaders at the G7 summit in France are therefore focusing on the war in Ukraine.
World politics
Bad mood expected in EU budget battle as ministers meet in Luxembourg
No, nein, no, say Sweden and a number of like-minded people, as the EU's budget battle has now landed in a first compromise proposal. A cut of 20 percent - not 2 percent - is the counter-offer.
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Middle East expert: Trump will have to deal with Lebanon
The US and Iran are said to have agreed to end the war on all fronts - including in Lebanon. The question is whether Israel plans to play along. It is difficult to have a ceasefire when Israel is in the middle of Lebanon, says Middle East expert Aron Lund.
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Netanyahu to run in Israel's next election later this year
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Monday that he will run in Israel's next parliamentary elections, which will be held later this year.
World politics
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas calls for presidential elections in early 2027
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has issued a decree calling for presidential elections to be held in early 2027. Elections for the Palestinian parliament are to be held in November.
World politics
Zelensky suggests G7 summit or United States as locations for meeting with Putin
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has suggested that Russian President Vladimir Putin should attend the ongoing G7 meeting for direct talks with Ukraine - or meet in the United States.
World politics
EU foreign affairs chief promises sanctions proposal against Israel
EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas promises to urge the European Commission to impose further trade sanctions on Israel.
World politics
UFC at the White House: Michelle Obama mocked, champion ejected
"Michelle Obama is a man," shouted heavyweight Josh Hokit in his postfight interview at the UFC gala at the White House. Before the event even began, middleweight champion Sean Strickland was ejected by security.
World politics
European countries prepared to lift some sanctions on Iran
Britain, France, Germany and Italy say they are prepared to lift some sanctions on Iran, following an announcement that the US and Iran had reached an agreement. According to Iranian media, the US will also shortly release frozen assets.
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Trump: U.S. and Iran have signed a deal
U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance have digitally signed a deal with Iran. On the Iranian side, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has signed the agreement.
World politics
Zelenskyy holds substantial telephone conversation with Trump ahead of meeting in France
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has held a "substantive" telephone conversation with Donald Trump ahead of the two presidents' meeting in France on Tuesday.
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Trump celebrates 80th with absurd martial arts gala on White House lawn
Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday with a martial arts gala on the White House lawn. It will be a historic event, says U.S. expert Andreas Utterström.
World politics
Switzerland votes No to controversial immigration proposal in referendum
Should Switzerland have a maximum population of 10 million by 2050, effectively stopping all immigration? No, Swiss voters answered in a referendum on Sunday. This shows that fake news and disinformation do not work, Justice Minister Beat Jans said.
World politics
Viktor Orbán re-elected as Fidesz leader
Hungary's former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has been re-elected leader of the national-conservative Fidesz party.
World politics
Trump meets Zelensky at G7 summit in Evian
U.S. President Donald Trump will attend a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in France on Tuesday, a source in the Trump administration said.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz will open on Sunday
An agreement between the United States and Iran is likely to be finalized within 24 hours, Pakistan's prime minister said on Saturday afternoon. Donald Trump said the agreement will be signed on Sunday, but according to Iran there will be no signing this weekend.
World politics
Trump: Tren de Aragua leader killed in joint US and Venezuela attack
The "notorious leader" of the Venezuelan drug cartel Tren de Aragua has been killed in a joint attack by the United States and Venezuela, both countries say.
World politics
Nigerian president says 13,000 terrorists killed
Over 13,000 terrorists have been killed in Nigeria in the past year, according to President Bola Tinubu.
World politics
Trump's mega-arch to require three years of around-the-clock work
Donald Trump's plans for a triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., are grand, with the arch to be 76 meters high and adorned with a winged, gold Statue of Liberty - but construction could take time.
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Explosion Damages Apartment Building Entrance in Malmö’s Rosengård District, No Injuries Reported
Something has exploded outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
Crime
Woman in her 60s found dead in Ludvika home, man arrested on suspicion of murder
Police are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
Crime
10-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Motocross Accident Near Kalmar, Admitted to Intensive Care
A ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
Sweden
Ida Gabrielsson: Left Party Will Not Back Down on Demand to Join Government
The Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice chairwoman, Ida Gabrielsson, says on X.
Swedish politics
Amazon Rainforest Now Emits More Carbon Dioxide Than It Absorbs, Study Finds
After decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
Sweden
Crustacean Scent Could Warn of Toxic Algal Blooms Up to Seven Weeks in Advance
The scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
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Defeated Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race
Democrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politics
Exit polls show Ilijana Jotova set to win Bulgaria’s presidential election
President Ilijana Jotova looks set to win Bulgaria’s election. According to two exit polls, she is expected to receive between 51 and 53 percent of the vote.
Conflicts
Israeli President Urges Party Leaders to Accept Election Results and Avoid Snap Vote
The rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politics
Fighting Forces More Than 300,000 People to Flee Their Homes in Yemen, UN Says
The flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
Conflicts
325 Arrested at London Protest in Support of Banned Palestine Action Group
British police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
Conflicts
French prosecutors open attempted murder investigation after Molotov cocktail attack on gendarmes in Paris
French prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
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AI Stocks Slide as Investors Question Big Tech’s Trillion-Dollar Spending
The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
Technology
Handelsbanken forecast points to cheaper holidays abroad in 2027
Handelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
Business
Swedish Bankruptcies Fall 15% in October to Lowest Level in Five Years
The number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
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How Trump Could Respond if Republicans Lose Control of Congress, Analysts Warn of Tariff Threats
The decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
Business
EU weighs new taxes to fund 2028-2034 budget as Sweden resists
The European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
Business
FBI Blames North Korean Hackers for $6.3 Billion Binance Heist as Withdrawals Resume
Binance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Andreas Almgren’s New York Marathon win could open the door to millions in sponsorships and appearance fees
Victory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
Sports
Andoni Iraola says Alexander Isak should go to ground to win penalties after Arsenal beat Liverpool
Reigning champions Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 away in the Premier League. Afterwards, Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said that striker Alexander Isak needs to start going to ground.
Football
Andreas Almgren hailed after New York Marathon win: ‘It’s actually impossible’
Andreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon on his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
Sports
15 arrested after unrest in stands leaves police and spectators injured in Gothenburg derby
Both police officers and spectators were injured when unrest broke out in the stands during the Allsvenskan derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. A total of 15 people have been arrested.
Football
Växjö Fire Head Coach Björn Hellkvist After Poor Start to SHL Season
Växjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
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Andreas Almgren wins New York City Marathon on his debut, qualifies for 2028 Olympics
Andreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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David Druid to Take Break From Swedish Radio’s Morgonpasset i P3 After Videos Surface
Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
Entertainment
Heat director Michael Mann taken to hospital after accidentally shooting himself in the leg at Los Angeles shooting range
American film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & film
Linda Johansson’s Smoke wins the Children’s Radio Book Prize
The year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
Entertainment
Heidi Klum Wows at Her Halloween Party as a Giant Severed Hand
Heidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
Entertainment
Married at First Sight XL asks Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman to leave mid-season
There has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & film
Two contestants eliminated as Idol begins Saturday finals
After two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day falls on Halloween in 2026
Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in Sweden
Skogskyrkogården’s 2026 programme and opening details
In Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in Sweden
Sweden Now Has the World’s Most Powerful Passport, New Ranking Shows.
Sweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
Sweden
Strawberries will be extra expensive for Midsummer celebrations
There are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
Sweden
Swedish pick and mix candy Conquers the USA
Swedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in Sweden
Sweden's World Cup Team: Expected Starting Lineup, Squad, and Clubs
Sweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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